Hours: 75 hours Bi-weekly
Salary: In Accordance with Locum Rates
ABOUT NL HEALTH SERVICES
We are a provincial health authority responsible for delivering quality health care to approximately 550,000 people in Newfoundland and Labrador. Supported by over 23,000 employees and physicians, our team works together to improve the health and well-being of every person, in every community. Guided by the vision of the Health Accord NL, we offer a range of health-care programs and services through a wide network of facilities, clinics, and community services across five zones: Central, Eastern-Rural, Eastern-Urban, Labrador-Grenfell, and Western.
At NL Health Services, we believe that our people — employees, doctors and volunteers — make it a great place to work. Every individual brings valuable knowledge, experience and perspective. It is in this diversity that we find strength. We are committed to embracing the distinct and complementary characteristics of our members, as we seek to eliminate health disparities, and ensuring we provide fair, equitable and quality health care to everyone.
If you are passionate about making a difference and providing exceptional health care, we want to hear from you. Join our team and be part of something extraordinary.
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ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY
The Cancer Care Program of NL Health Services – Eastern Urban Zone invites applications for locum opportunity for Medical Oncologist position based at the Dr. H. Bliss Murphy Cancer Centre in St. John’s.
The program has a provincial mandate to deliver comprehensive cancer care across Newfoundland and Labrador, with regional systemic therapy services available in Corner Brook, Gander, and Grand Falls-Windsor. The Centre supports active multidisciplinary tumour boards and is co-located with surgical and medical subspecialty services.
The successful candidate will join a team of 13 Medical Oncologists (9.34 clinical FTE) and will contribute to high-quality, collaborative cancer care. This position is affiliated with the Faculty of Medicine at Memorial University of Newfoundland and Labrador and includes opportunities for teaching and research.
Work Environment
St. John’s is a vibrant, historic city on the eastern tip of North America, offering a warm and welcoming community, a thriving arts and culture scene, and easy access to the stunning natural landscapes of the Avalon Peninsula, including whale watching, hiking, and some of the most dramatic coastlines in Canada.
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Role Expectations
- Participate in multidisciplinary tumour boards and collaborative care planning
- Manage two primary disease sites and provide support for at least one additional site
- Contribute to provincial cancer care initiatives
- Engage in teaching, academic, and research activities, including clinicaal trials
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QUALIFICATIONS
- Medical Degree (MD) from a recognized institution
- Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada certification (or equivalent) in Medical Oncology
- Eligibility for licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of NL (https://www.cpsnl.ca)
- Satisfactory completion of credentialing requirements, including criminal record and vulnerable sector checks
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REMUNERATION
Salary and benefits are in accordance with the current Locum policies of in Newfoundland and Labrador.
Available incentives may include relocation support and provincial recruitment incentives:
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HOW TO APPLY
For more information or to express interest, please contact:
Physician.Recruiter@nlhealthservices.ca
To learn more about practicing in Newfoundland and Labrador:
NL Health Services is committed to employment equity and encourages applications from all qualified candidates. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Closing Date: Open until filled.
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